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The 2016 BMW i8 is a futuristic beast - not just in performance and appearance, but in build, with Four-seats, carbon fiber construction, a mid-mounted three-cylinder engine, two transmissions and a pair of electric motors. But according to a new review in AutoGuide, the i8 is a glimpse at the not-so-distant future of hybrid performance supercars.

A lot of cars on the road today claim to have a unique or cutting edge drivetrain, but with the i8, it’s absolutely true. Sitting midship is a turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder engine paired to an 11-hp electric motor. Combined, they send...

The new 2017 BMW 330e is a remarkably economical luxury sports sedan, and represents a bright future for hybrid vehicles of all types. That's the conclusion of a new review of the 330e by CNET's Roadshow. Click "play" in the video clip below to watch the full report.

The 2017 330e has an EPA fuel efficiency rating of 72 mpg equivalent, thanks to 14 miles of zero-emission driving range and a gasoline-electric hybrid drivetrain. An 87-horsepower electric motor complements a turbocharged two-liter engine, which by itself makes 180 horsepower and 215 pound-feet of torque...

If you’ve ever been the proud owner of a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) BMW vehicle, then you’ll understand the motivations of the mom in this next video. When your CPO BMW vehicle looks and drives like a new BMW, you’re going to want to do anything you can to keep it that way—not that we blame you! Take a look at the fun ad from BMW, then join us below for some more information about BMW’s Certified Pre-Owned program.

Sub-compact SUVs get a lot of flak they don’t deserve, but they’re neither glorified hatchbacks nor are they baby SUVs. They’re actually filling a huge gap left between sedans and hatchbacks and SUVs—what if you need utility and maneuverability, or some extra cargo space without any wasted space? Then you might want to check out the 2016 BMW X1 sub-compact SUV. Don’t let the sub scare you, because the BMW X1 is actually rather super. Don’t just take it from us though, check out this review from KBB.com's Micha Muzio.

Now that summer is finally here, so is the season of road trips. Here are a few tips to get the most mileage out of your vehicle.

A/C on the Highway, Windows Down Around Town At highway speeds, reduce aerodynamic drag and increase fuel economy by rolling up your windows and using the air conditioning. When driving at lower speeds, such as around town, roll down your windows instead of using the A/C…

 

Planning a #summer #roadtrip? Check out which states you have to hit: https://t.co/iyl4CQ7kbH #travel pic.twitter.com/zqSsWHS0fM

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Summer is one of the best-loved times of year, and for good reason. It's warm and there's a lot to do: beach excursions, cook outs, and, of course, road trips. And when it comes to the third item in that list, WalletHub's "2016’s Best & Worst States for Summer Road Trips" can help you make the best plans.

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If you haven’t checked out the BMW lineup recently, you’ll probably be impressed by what you find. One BMW system that you can find spread throughout the lineup is BMW xDrive, the all-wheel drive feature found on models like the BMW X1 or the bold and beautiful BMW X5. If responsive driving and superior handling are important to you, check out this next video about the xDrive system, then come see us at BMW of Traverse City to see which of your favorite BMW models come equipped with xDrive.

 

BMW is bringing its M2, the sequel to the widely-loved and fairly recent 1 Series M Coupe, to the United States this year, and Motor Trend recently had the chance to put the M2 through its paces at Laguna Raceway in southern California. The verdict: the M2 is a more than worthy sequel. Click "play" in the video clip below to watch the full report.

Motor Trend leads with the most attention-grabbing stats: the 2016 M2 accelerates from 0-60 mph in 4.2 seconds and brakes from 60 mph to stop in just 107 feet. The two-door, four-passenger coupe is…